Posts Tagged ‘Team’

Where Do You Begin?

The foundation for whatever it is in life that you are trying to create — a great team, a fabulous family, or the life you want in your senior years –begins with who you are.

That’s right. Let me repeat this simple truth.

You start at the very beginning by answering the question: Who Are You?

Susan, one of many downsized clients, had no idea how to respond to the question of “who are you?” She looked me straight in the eye and said, “I have no idea who I am, what I want, or what makes me tick! I am over fifty years old. When I look back, I got my degree, started a great career, married the man of my dreams, had wonderful kids, and now, pouf, I haven’t a clue of who I really am because I’ve just been too busy being busy all of these years.”

“Furthermore, “ added Susan, “I have no idea where to begin to find out the answer to this simple question!’

I wanted to thank you so much for your excellent presentation. So practical and by far my favourite bit of the morning. It was great to have the interaction with others in the room and put the information to use. I have done this assessment before but I feel I can benefit from this knowledge […]

One highlight of the program “Persuasive Personalities” was all of the laughter in the room. It was wonderful to see how different some of the people I work with really are! Laural Adams – Communications Manager – Dairy Farmers of Ontario

“Kate Jones’ Putting a Positive Spin on Conflict Resolution is a fantastic workshop! Extremely helpful and eye-opening. She helps shed light on very stressful situations, while also maintaining a very positive atmosphere. This workshop has positively impacted my life both professionally and personally. Thanks Kate!” Ashley Petrie Manager of Training & Community Projects United Way Oakville

“I really enjoyed this seminar, and look forward to putting all I have learned to very good use with my child. Thank you, Kate Jones, for teaching me a new and exciting way to parent my child. God bless you, and I wish you continued success!!” – parent

“To know yourself is very important for a future entrepreneur who is going to deal with all kinds of very different clients. Thee should be more of this type of seminar.” V. Mikaria, OSEB program, Toronto Business Development Centre

“Thank you again for the workshop. It have all of us further insight into our personalities and how we function and operate with others and in team situations. As educators, we need to work in a collegial and collaborative environment. It was a most enjoyable afternoon.” T. Gordon, Principal, Aloma Crescent Public School, Peel District […]

“This was truly a motivational, upbeat and enlightening presentation for our school. A wonderful way for us to finish the year and to look at what was presented and be able to apply it in the future. Thanks to Kate for adding a new dimension to our staff.” Anne Taylor, Principal, Pickering High School, Durham […]

“Kate educated the 1 West Staff on the benefits of journal writing… how to present the journaling tools & techniques to our patients… emphasized how the patients could benefit from journal writing as part of their treatment and recovery… Kate’s passion towards journal writing was immediately apparent in her presentation as she is very enthusiastic […]

“Your presentation on Our Colourful Team was an interesting and fun way to learn a little more about ourselves and each other. Not a day goes by when someone isn’t calling someone else by their colour! … We look forward to another opportunity to work with you again.” Elaine Collins, Executive Director, Big Brothers Big […]

“Kate Jones offered insight from personal experience that drove home workshop concepts… You left our staff team firmly believing in the importance of truly understanding one another in order to work effectively together.” H. Bates, Camp Director, Tim Horton Onondaga Farms, Tim Horton Children’s Foundation